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Oldham Pair Convicted of Manslaughter in 2023 Beating That Led to Martin Shaw’s Death

Medical evidence linking a debt-related car assault to a ruptured spleen persuaded jurors, with sentencing scheduled for December 22.

Overview

  • Jemma Marshall and Jason Wadsworth, both 37, were found guilty of manslaughter and cleared of murder after a month-long trial at Manchester Crown Court.
  • Prosecutors said Marshall operated as a loan shark exploiting vulnerable drug users while Wadsworth acted as her enforcer.
  • Shaw was forced into a car in Oldham on September 10, 2023, suffered broken ribs and a ruptured spleen with massive internal bleeding, and died in hospital on November 4.
  • Marshall testified that she concealed a crack addiction and denied taking part in the in-car assault, while Wadsworth told police Shaw "owes me £500" and admitted striking him.
  • Greater Manchester Police labeled the violence "truly vile," and the court set December 22 for sentencing.